The gameplay in Kirby's Epic Yarn focuses on exploration and puzzle-solving. Kirby can transform into various objects to navigate through stages and defeat enemies. The game features a unique fabric-based aesthetic, with stages and puzzles designed around yarn and zippers. Players collect items and earn higher scores by losing precious beads when taking damage.
Kirby's Epic Yarn was released on the Wii in 2011 and has since been re-released on other Nintendo consoles, including the 3DS. The 2019 version features amiibo compatibility, new abilities, mini-games, and a harder mode called "Devilish Mode".